A couple that enters into a prenuptial agreement before marriage addresses property issues that may arise in the event of divorce down the road.
They are entered into when there are children from a previous relationship that need to be provided for. In addition, they are used when one party brings substantially greater assets into the marriage. It provides for a sense of security.
A proper agreement allows the parties to specify that certain property and income remain as separate property and will not be subject to division in the event of a divorce. It also eliminates the possibility of a spouse receiving an inheritance out of a deceased spouse’s personal property.
If you are getting married for the first time or even the third time, contact an Orange County Family Law attorney who is experienced in preparing prenuptial agreements and can help you design a document that will be the foundation for your marriage – regardless of your pre-marital assets.
